Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Gastroenterology (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Christie Clinic's department of Gastroenterology is seeking a full-time or part-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant at the Fields clinic from Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm.

The Nurse Practitioner must provide general care in a medical facility under the supervision of a physician. Physician Assistants must provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventative medicine under the supervision of the physician.

NURSE PRACTITIONER

JOB DUTIES: (This list may not include all the duties assigned.)

• Obtain complete medical history and physical data on patients.  Review patient records.

• Perform physical examinations and preventative health measures.

• Order, interpret and evaluate diagnostic tests to create an educated diagnosis for the patient.

• Communicate diagnosis with Physician to formulate a medical plan of action for the patient.

• Interview and advise patients regarding health and illness prevention.

• Recommend community resources to meet patient and family needs.

• Instruct patient and family regarding medication and treatment instructions.  Provide patient education

• Prescribe or recommend prescription medications or other forms of treatment to treat patient illness or injury.

• Communicate effectively with team members and other providers.

• Perform related work as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

• Successful completion of a post basic advanced practice formal education program

• Successful completions of all other requirements to practice as a Nurse Practitioner

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree

CERTIFICATE/LICENSE: 

• Current Illinois state Advanced Practice Nurse Certified Nurse Practitioner license

• Current Illinois Advanced Practice Nurse Controlled Substance license

• CPR Certification

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Demands include sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, stretching, and lifting, up to 75 pounds.  Hearing within, or correctable to, normal range, vision correctable to 20/20 and manual dexterity for the operation of office equipment is required.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in a clinical setting with possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, hazardous waste, bodily fluids, and other waste common to a health care environment.  Ionizing radiation and medicinal preparations are also common.  Requirements may include working irregular hours.    

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

JOB DUTIES: (This list may not include all the duties assigned.)

• Obtain complete medical history and physical data on patients.  Review patient records.

• Interpret and integrate data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures needed.

• Perform a complete and/or focused physical exam and record findings.  Establish presumptive diagnosis if needed.

• Order appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.  Synthesize data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention.

• Administer injections, immunizations and/or oral medications, as needed. 

• Prepare prescription orders for drugs and controlled substances.

• Interview and advise patients regarding health and illness prevention.

• Recommend community resources to meet patient and family needs.

• Instruct patient and family regarding medication and treatment instructions. Provide patient education.

• Assist physician by recording patient progress notes, issuing diagnostic orders, and transcribing orders.

• Triage patient telephone calls and provide consultation.

• Perform independent evaluations and treatment procedures in emergency situations.

• Communicate effectively with providers and staff.

• Provide monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits.

• Perform related work as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a health care related field

• Successful completion of a post basic Physician Assistants program

• Successful completion of the Physician Assistants exam provided by the National Commission on the certification of Physician Assistants

• Evidence of annual completion of health related courses and/or seminars with a certificate and/or CEU

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree       

CERTIFICATE/LICENSE: 

• Illinois State Licensure

• Certification as a Physician Assistant

• Illinois State controlled substance license

• CPR Certification

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Demands include sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, stretching, and lifting up to 75 pounds.  Hearing within, or correctable to, normal range, vision correctable to 20/20 and manual dexterity for the operation of office equipment is required. 

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in a clinical setting and requires frequent exposures to sharp objects, communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinic environment.  Requirements may include working irregular hours.

PAY AND BENEFITS:

The estimated pay range for this position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related criteria. 

We also offer a substantial benefits package, including: